» 705 students surveyed responded that the WNDAACC technology equipment loan program
helped them to be extremely successful with their course work

» 70% of students surveyed responded that using WNDAACC technology equipment extremely
alleviated financial burden for them

“The Achievers and Scholars program has propelled me to have high expectations for
myself while in undergrad and post graduation."

Elijah Annor Scholar participant

The Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center Achievers and Scholars African
American Male Initiative completed year three in 2015-16 and added Cohort 3, comprised
of 22 students. Students were engaged in targeted programs and community service while
being mentored by a faculty or staff member. Participants also attended the Annual
Black Issues Conference held in Knoxville, while Cohorts 1 and 2 attended the Annual
Black Male Summit in Akron, Ohio.

Students successfully completing all program requirements received a book voucher
to be used the following semester. Students participating in the Achievers and Scholars
program were retained at a higher percentage from fall to spring semesters as well
as fall to fall compared to males not mentored. Achievers and Scholars received a
$20,000 Student Engagement, Retention and Success grant from the Tennessee Board of
Regents to support the initiative.